April 7 – PCA Destiny Classic, The Rise of Iron

The Destiny Classic is yet another exciting Physical Culture Association show. The focus is primarily on the development and novice athletes but it also caters for the regular athlete wanting to use it as platform for the start of the bodybuilding season. The Destiny Classic is not to be confused with the Garden Route Casino Classic, also backed by the PCA, which has grown incrementally over the last few years. The latter is held on 9 June 2018 at the Garden Route Casino.

Over 206 superbly conditioned athletes competed in last year’s IFBB Millennium Gold Plate to qualify for the Arnold Classic Africa and an opportunity to flex in the Gentle Giant Classic. Names that stood out were Sandile Memela (Up to 70kg), Morne van den Berg (Up to 80kg), Johnny Lucas (Up to 90kg) and Innocent Mabaso (Over 90kg). Who will shine on stage this year?

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April 14 – IFBB Buffalo City Novice Show

The best talent from across South Africa will compete for bodybuilding glory and to qualify for the Arnold Classic Africa at this year’s IFBB Buffalo City Classic. In 2017 Gauteng’s Muzi Maluleke jetted in to claim the Overall victory. A similar situation occurred in 2016 when Mdu Green from KZN arrived to steal the limelight and walk away with the top trophy. Can anyone from East London do the same this year?

The best talent from across South Africa will compete for bodybuilding glory and to qualify for the Arnold Classic Africa at this year’s IFBB Buffalo City Classic. In 2017 Gauteng’s Muzi Maluleke jetted in to claim the Overall victory. A similar situation occurred in 2016 when Mdu Green from KZN arrived to steal the limelight and walk away with the top trophy. Can anyone from East London do the same this year?

April 20-22 – IFBB Arnold Classic South America

Where: Transamerica Expo Center, Sao Paulo, Brazil

This year will be the sixth edition of the Arnold Sports Festival in South America. Following the multi-sport tradition of the original Arnold Weekend concept in Columbus, Ohio, the Arnold Classic will also include the inaugural edition of the IFBB Elite Pro bodybuilding competition.

Once named the Arnold Classic Brazil, this year’s event represents a more continental look with Brazil as the host city of the international extravaganza.

April 21 – IFBB Nelson Mandela Bay Novice Show

April 21 – IFBB King Shaka Classic (Arnold Classic Africa Qualifier)

It is human nature to compare yourself with others, even more so when you walk out to strut your stuff at a bodybuilding show. To compete requires discipline and will power and both qualities will be on display at the Arnold Classic Africa Qualifier, the King Shaka Classic which aims to cater to the fanatical fan base that the bodybuilding and fitness industry has within the KZN region.

April 21 – IBFF Misumzi Wakashe Classic

Where: East London/Border

Promoters: Misumzi – 078 966 4591 or Deon – 076 920 4136

In order to be an IBFF Pro you need to earn an IBFF Pro Card, and in order to do that you need to win IBFF international contests. Here is your chance! The Misumzi Wakashe Classic, named after the IBFF Pro bodybuilder, will be an IBFF World Championships Qualifier. Win here and you stand a chance to earn your Pro status at an international show.

April 28 – IFBB Mpumalanga and Oliver Tambo Novice Shows

28 – IBFF Klerksdorp Classic

Where: The Klerksdorp auditorium, Corner of Oliver Tambo and Kock Street, Klerksdorp, North West

Promoter: Ida Janse van Rensburg – 082 890 4312

So you want to compete in your first show? Then look no further than the IBFF Klerksdorp Classic, a development show specifically created for the novice and first time athlete. Registration takes place from 14:00 to 17:00 with the main show starting at 18:00.

April 28 – IFBB SA Xtreme (Arnold Classic Africa Qualifier)

Where: Cape Town, Western Cape

Promoter: Nina Richter – 082 440 0410

It is every South African athlete’s dream to compete on an international stage. Here is another opportunity for men and women, aspiring to be the best in their field, to qualify to flex at the Arnold Classic Africa. Expect a fantastic event with the quality of athletes on show of the highest calibre.

Disclaimer: We do our best to ensure these events are spot on (yes, that means we scour the internet and speak to the people in the know), with dates and contact people listed correctly. But please verify with organisers before you consider entering/attending one of these shows, or check social media announcements. Wouldn’t want you to show up all tanned up with no crowd to cheer you on.